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this is a fine cassette, unless you need a 32 or 34 large cog. Although nobody really needs one over a 28 IMO.

$4.99?? Am I reading that right? :eek:

it's an 8 speed so if you want a 32 or 34 you get some larger gaps. Also assuming a 26 inch wheel and a triple ring setup up front. it may cause you to shift rings more often, but I never said you wouldn't want bigger cogs, just that you don't need them.

well if you run a 22 tooth in front and a 28 or 30 in back that is low enough for most applications. also you don't have to run a full cage derailleur.

I guess an argument could be made that you really only NEED one cog for a bike.

Ok so explain this cog stuff to me please :)

Is it like I'm thinking it is with gear ratios? The larger the cog is, the higher the ratio and the bike will have better response at slow speeds but suffer when you're going fast on the road or something?

I see where you are coming from and your right there is a need for larger cogs in some cases.. just for the sake of arguing why stop at 34?? why not a 40 tooth cog on the back?

those pics almost made me gag

*continues eating spaghetti*

Are you keeping the chain lubed? You can minimize further wear by keeping it well lubed. But with 1/16 "stretch" I'd replace the chain.

Yes. It is being replaced. It needs to last only until the snow is deep enough that I can't get through it :)

Can someone explain this cog business? :)